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  1. chaplainmike

    Forum Topics I'd Like To See

    I work the night shift: What times is appropriate to change from Nightcap to Early Morning Pipe?
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    What Is The Obsession With Hipsters

    Back in the 70's and 80's I guess I was a hipster by some of these definitions. Now i'm just an old curmudgeon.
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    Smoking Outside in Weird Weather

    Spent last year in Cleveland and it was misserable. Layered on as much clothing as I could and sat in the three seasons room (wasn't built for winter season). Made sure I had hot coffee, hot chocolate, or adult spirit to ward off the cold. Now in Northern California some cold and rain right...
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    Last Day with my Best Friend

    So sorry that this is happening for you. I've had to do it four times over my life span and never gets easier. Blessings and prayers go out to you and Humphrey.
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    USA.gov says today is the Great American Smokeout Day

    I'll be out smoking some chicken and ribs tonight while I light a bowl of Frog Morton. Take that!!
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    Firestorm Erupts in Anti-Smoking Massachusetts Town

    The ban died by a 2 to 1 vote. The firestorm had its effect. Hooray, for freedom, but keep vigilant; it will happen again.
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    Happy Birthday Marines

    Happy B-Day to the men and women of the Marine Corps.
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    Happy Veterans Day

    I too wish all my fellow Vets a Happy Veterans Day! Thanks for your service and sacrifice. May blessings and peace abound in each of your lives!!
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    Sutliff Maple Street Tobacco Review

    Definitely on my next purchase list. The review sealed the deal!
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    Favorite Christmas Movie

    It's a Wonderful Life. It is the spirit of Christmas in a story.
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    Getting Old

    I can't help it. Reading these posts brought up a joke I heard years ago: Three old men were talking in the nursing home about what they wish. The first said I wish I could wiz every morning like I did when I was younger. The second said I wish I could take a good dump like I did when I was...
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    Getting Old

    Couldn't agree with you more. Someone said to me once a while back "Getting old is not for sissies!" How true, how true. I would add one thing I learned too to your list. You're not promised tomorrow so make sure you do and say things that really matter today.
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    Happens Everytime

    Oh! It was a government job.
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    What Are You Smoking? November 2013

    Last night first try of Frog Morton Across the Pond in an Aldo Velani pipe.
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    Cutting A Giant Rose Bush (OUCH)

    I can relate to being attacted by rose bushes also. I have four in my yard planted by the previous owner of the house. They are beautiful, but I always pause before any trimming jobs asking myself is it worth the pain and blood loss. Alas, they are favorites of my wife and I will continue to...